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On YouTubeHouston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / May 12
NBA Draft Lottery a mixed blessing for Rockets 
For the first time in five years, the Houston Rockets had no direct stakes in the NBA Draft Lottery. Sure, indirectly, they’re affected by the Brooklyn Nets’ pick slipping to sixth.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 11
Rockets Land Major Victory During Draft Lottery
The NBA’s draft lottery took place on Sunday, in what will ultimately be the final year under the old draft format. Teams have been attempting to tank their way to the top overall pick of the draft.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 11
Rockets Land Two-Way Forward in Second Round in Latest Mock Draft
This year’s NBA draft lottery just took effect on Sunday, meaning we’re one step closer to the NBA Draft. The playoffs are still alive and well, but the second round is wrapping up also.
The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 1,500 points in the NBA Playoffs can you name in five minutes?
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 11
Rockets' Alperen Sengun has Reportedly been Mentioned in Trade Talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo
Houston Rockets front office executive Rafael Stone has major decisions to make this summer. Well, not just Stone. The Rockets' brain power is comprised of many different leaders, including Rockets coach Ime Udoka.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 11
Rockets Accomplished Something in the Playoffs They Hadn't Done Since 1997
The Houston Rockets season shockingly came to an end in the first round of the NBA Playoffs to the injured Los Angeles Lakers. While the Rockets were injured throughout the entire season, this was a series that they were expected to win.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 11
NBA Rumors: Rockets, Tari Eason, Grizzlies, Ja Morant, Pelicans
The Rockets could be headed for a tricky offseason financially. Per cap analyst Yossi Gozlan, Houston’s proximity to the tax aprons, along with Tari Eason’s restricted free agency, could delay some roster moves into the fall.
P.J. Tucker News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 10
PJ Tucker Retires as One of Rockets' Most Selfless Players in Franchise History
On Thursday, Houston Rockets legend and fan favorite PJ Tucker announced his retirement on social media, officially putting an end to his basketball life.
Donovan Mitchell News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 10
Rockets Could Explore Trade for Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell This Summer
The Houston Rockets could be going star hunting this summer, following a disappointing postseason exit in the Western Conference Quarterfinals against an undermanned Los Angeles Lakers ball club.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 9
How The Rockets Can Maximize Alperen Şengün
The Houston Rockets are heading into the offseason with a high possibility that most of their main rotation players return for next season. They're expecting improvement from their young players like Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard, Jabari Smith Jr., and Tari Eason to help supplement what they're getting from the team's returning veterans.
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Total Pro Sports / May 9
Houston Rockets Reportedly Including Superstar Center in Potential Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Talks
Giannis Antetokounmpo trade chatter is already loud across the NBA, and now Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun has officially entered the conversation.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 9
Rockets' Ben Sullivan Interviews for Trail Blazers Vacancy
The 2025-26 Houston Rockets ball club were a case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The team pulled off key wins against legitimate contending teams. In fact, the Rockets beat each of the eventual top three seeds in the Western Conference, in the Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs and Denver Nuggets.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / May 9
Rockets Ready to Cut Ties With $185M All-Star to Land Giannis Antetokounmpo: Report
The Houston Rockets were coming off a strong 52-30 regular-season performance. In fact, the fifth seed in the West was a relatively top-heavy ball club in 2025-26.
Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 9
Houston Rockets Thank Fans Following Conclusion of Season
Earlier this week, the Houston Rockets sent a message thanking their fans following the conclusion of the 2025-26 NBA season. The message stated the below: "Thank you for all of your support this season, Rockets fans. ❤" The team went 52-30 this season, posting an identical record to their record from last season.
Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 9
NBA Broadcaster says Media did a 'Poor Job' Covering Kevin Durant's Injury
One of the key concerns when the Houston Rockets made the blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant last summer centered around Durant's health, or lack thereof.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 9
Charles Barkley claps back at Draymond Green after on-air insult
There was some awkwardness on the set of "Inside the NBA" this past week when Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green took an unbelievable shot at the end of Charles Barkley's career.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 8
Rockets’ Royal Ivey is Linked to Blazers’ Coaching Vacancy
Much has been made about the Houston Rockets’ coaching staff, ever since Houston’s disappointing postseason defeat against the Los Angeles Lakers. The staff has lacked an offensive mind, which isn’t exactly surprising, since Rockets coach Ime Udoka is more of a defensive-centered coach.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 8
One Area Each Player of the Rockets’ Young Core Needs to Improve On
After the Houston Rockets traded away their franchise player, James Harden, in the middle of the 2021-22 season, they wanted to lean heavily into the youth movement and a full rebuild.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / May 8
Jabari Smith Jr. Could Unlock The Rockets' Offense Next Season
The Houston Rockets are going into next season banking on some growth from the young players on the roster and the return of the impact veterans. While there may be some moves along the margins during the offseason, the main pieces are likely to stay intact as the Rockets seem content to run it back with their current core.
Kevin Durant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 8
Rockets rumors: Why Kevin Durant trade is extremely unlikely
As the Houston Rockets face many questions after the team’s NBA Playoffs flop, losing to the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round in six games, the conversation now surrounds star Kevin Durant.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / May 8
Rockets cannot let Kevin Durant tension put Alperen Sengun plan at risk
The Houston Rockets do not need to panic after one rough playoff exit. They do need to make sure Kevin Durant’s timeline does not take over the young core they spent years building.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 6
Draymond Green takes unbelievable shot at Charles Barkley's career during 'Inside the NBA'
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has never been shy about voicing his opinions and delivering some brutally honest statements.
Houston Rockets News / Trade Talk Sports / May 6
Rockets Star Labeled NBA’s Most Overrated in Player Poll
With another NBA regular season in the books, lists, polls, and rankings begin to resurface, sparking conversations and debates about some of the league’s best players.
Houston Rockets News / Hoops Wire / May 4
Rockets navigated Kevin Durant tensions amid injuries, still focused on young core
The Rockets dealt with more than injuries this season. The absences of Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams removed two veteran voices from the locker room, and that left less insulation around Kevin Durant as the year unfolded, according to Ramona Shelburne and Tim MacMahon of ESPN.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 2
Rockets' regular-season strategy falls apart again in playoffs
After an embarrassing home blowout ended their playoff dreams, the Rockets' once-bright future is looking very cloudy.
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